LADWP - Department of Water and Power of the City of Los Angeles

04/19/2024 | Press release | Archived content

Boaters and Anglers Cautioned of High Water Level Conditions in Crowley Lake for Upcoming Fish Opener

LADWP Encourages Everyone to Please Recreate Responsibly Around Water Ways!

CROWLEY LAKE, CA (April 19, 2024) - Water level conditions at Long Valley Reservoir (Crowley Lake) will be above average for this year's April 27 fish opener.

The 2023 historic snowpack and subsequent extreme runoff brought a lot of water to the Eastern Sierra region resulting in full reservoirs, including Crowley Lake. LADWP Aqueduct personnel continue to manage last year's runoff and plan to release water at the end of this month to accommodate for the expected additional spring runoff.

LADWP is working closely with the Crowley Lake Fish Camp to inform the public as much as possible about waterway conditions. We ask the public to please stay informed and know before you go!

FISH OPENER UPDATES

  • Please be mindful that most of the shoreline is still underwater.
  • There will be no shoreline camping in the Marina area or Hilton Bay.
  • First, come camping in Beaver Cove only.
  • Camping and boat storage is limited.
  • Normal parking areas and availability will be for vehicles only.
  • Lakefront roadway access at the North Landing is expected to be impassible until late May.
  • Boat inspection begins April 24, click here for full schedule.

Real time updates can be viewed on the Crowley Lake Fish Camp website.

WATER SAFETY TIPS

  • Read and follow warning signs - these signs are there for your safety!
  • Be mindful of wet, muddy road conditions.
  • Keep a safe distance from rivers and stream banks - extreme erosion can compromise rivers and stream banks.
  • Stay on established trails or developed areas.
  • Please keep children close and dogs leashed while near moving water.
  • Avoid slippery rocks and logs.
  • Never enter waterways that are upstream from a waterfall.
  • Stay up to date on local conditions.

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